A stroke occurs when a blood vessel supplying your brain becomes blocked (ischemic stroke) or when a blood vessel ruptures (hemorrhagic stroke), causing interrupted or reduced blood supply to your brain. This deprives your brain of oxygen and nutrients, which can cause your brain cells to die. Some people may experience a transient ischemic attack (TIA), which is a brief period of symptoms similar to those experienced in a stroke.
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